Venceia
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Venceia | |
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Capital of Caphiria | |
 Location of Medriso | |
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| Country | Caphiria |
| Capital | Genate |
| Government | |
| • Type | Special Administrative City of Venceia |
| • City Prefect | Demius Ramilianus |
| • Praetor | Alexander Constantinus |
| Population (2035) | |
| • Capital of Caphiria | 55,230,135 |
| • Rank | 1st |
| • Urban | 12,872,800 |
Venceia is the capital and most populous city of Caphiria, with over 12.8 million residents within the city limits and 55 million residents in the metropolitan area. It is the capital of the Province of Sator, which is under the direct administration of the central government.
A global city, Venceia is a major political, economic, cultural, and scientific center, and exerts a significant global impact upon commerce, entertainment, research, technology, education, politics, tourism, art, fashion, and sports.
For centuries Venceia has been a major administrative, shipping, and trading town and it grew in importance in the 19th and 20th centuries due to international recognition of its favorable port location and economic potential. It is now a global financial center and a transport hub with one of the world's busiest container ports. Venceia is ranked as having the world's most competitive economy and remains one of the world's most significant financial centres with the highest Financial Development Index year over year. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations. Its service sector dominated economy is characterised by free trade and low taxation, and has consistently been listed as the freest market economy in the world.
As the capital of Caphiria, Venceia uniquely exhibits the character of a city, a province, and a country. All three aspects come together in the form of the de jure leader of Venceia, the Imperator. Unlike other cities, Venceia is not directly controlled by the province it's within; it is the one independent city in the Imperium and, as a province, does not need a Praetor to run its affairs. Though a locally elected City Prefect manages daily operations, the Imperator maintains supreme authority over the city and may overturn local laws at will.
Revered for its beauty as a city, Venceia has many of the most noteworthy examples of ancient and modern architecture. Its skyline includes such wonders as the Senate, Corlach Citadel, Karthmere Palace and The Ataceris. An earthquake in 1851 CE forced the reconstruction of many of these monuments. It has been described as the "showpiece" of the booming economy of mainland Caphiria. Venceia is known for its skyline and deep natural harbor, located on the Artineo Bay. The city has the largest number of high-rises than any other urban agglomeration in the empire. Venceia has a highly developed public transportation network covering 90% of the city, the widest in the empire. Venceia has the status of a global city and has been ranked as the 4th-most-visited city in the world and the most popular tourist attraction in the world. Its historic centre is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.